Hillview, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hillview, Illinois had a total population of 99, the 1334th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $59,375, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
Hillview Quick Facts
How Hillview Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 147 | 99 | -32.7% |
| Median household income | $82,000 | $59,375 | -27.6% |
| Median home value | $70,400 | $62,500 | -11.2% |
How Hillview Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hillview Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Greene County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrollton | 2,479 | $60,455 | 11.8% | $114,000 |
| White Hall | 2,257 | $55,054 | 17.3% | $63,800 |
| Roodhouse | 1,544 | $52,604 | 25.6% | $68,600 |
| Greenfield | 1,105 | $71,250 | 11.7% | $103,900 |
| Kane | 201 | $54,375 | 14.6% | $80,600 |
| Eldred | 172 | $80,417 | 14.0% | $80,000 |
| Rockbridge | 146 | $98,125 | 6.9% | $77,500 |
| Wilmington | 92 | $74,167 | 31.5% | $34,500 |
Cities Similar to Hillview
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Browning | 99 | N/A | $71,400 | 7.1% | 4.0% |
| Old Shawneetown | 102 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 43.1% |
| Marley | 96 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hartland | 105 | N/A | N/A | 12.4% | N/A |
| Harmon | 100 | $66,250 | $151,800 | 0.0% | 24.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 99, Hillview's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Hillview is a small community located in Illinois, within Greene County. The total population is 99. It ranks as the 1334th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hillview is 41.2 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hillview is $59,375. This is 29% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.2%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Hillview, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $62,500. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Hillview is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hillview was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 69.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hillview, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hillview, Illinois?
Hillview, Illinois has a population of 99 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hillview, IL?
The median household income in Hillview is $59,375, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hillview, IL?
The poverty rate in Hillview is 16.2%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hillview, Illinois?
Hillview's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hillview, IL?
The median home value in Hillview is $62,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Hillview, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Hillview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.